2008 Audi S5 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S5 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
